Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
take upon
Phrasal verb
/teɪk əˈpɒn/
Definition
To undertake or assume responsibility for something.
Examples
- She decided to take upon herself the task of organizing the event.
- He took upon himself the challenge of learning a new language.
- By taking upon new projects, he demonstrated his commitment to his career.
Meaning
The phrase ‘take upon’ refers to the act of accepting or assuming a task, responsibility, or burden.
Synonyms
- assume
- undertake
- accept
